UPDATE: |Police are hunting these two men after incident at busy Manchester junction News

An urgent appeal has been issued

Two men seen on bikes could hold vital information for police following an incident at a busy south Manchester junction.

Greater Manchester Police has released CCTV images showing the two people they wish to speak to today (April 24).

It follows an incident of criminal damage against a car at the junction of Mauldeth Road West and Barlow Moor Road, in Chorlton.

The incident took place at around 3.30pm on Tuesday afternoon.

The two men pictured, or anyone who recognises them, are urged to come forward to police.

Witnesses can also contact GMP with information that could assist its investigation.

A GMP Chorlton and Didsbury spokesperson wrote on Facebook: “We would like to speak to these men as we believe they can help with an incident of criminal damage that occurred at around 3:30pm on April 22, 2025, at the junction of Mauldeth Road West and Barlow Moor Road.

“Any info? Call us on 101 quoting log 2207 of April 22, 2025, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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